Gadgets3D LCD Cable length (no replies)
Hi, I am using a G3D LCD with Ramps 1.4 and it all works great. I want to relocate the Ramps to an enclosure away from the printer by about 1 metre but keep the LCD on the printer frame (Prusa i3)....
View ArticleRAMPS and D1 diode (1 reply)
I posted the questions already in the German section but unfortunately without a response up to now. My RAMPS 1.4 is equipped with a Full Graphic Smart Controller. D1 and D2 are factory soldered on...
View ArticleRAMPS1.4 - Heatbed wont heat up to 100C (10 replies)
Hi, I'm trying to figure out what when wrong here, I bought a aluminum heated bed from a local vendor here in my country but I can't seem to get it to heat up to 110c it just hover at 88c, some people...
View ArticleLimit Current to the Heatbed (no replies)
Hy I am building a MendelMax 1.5 with a mk2 Heatbed. I want to have the Powersupply disconnectable but my Connection can only handle 10A The Mk2 Heatbed has 4Ohms and the heatingloop is split in the...
View ArticleExtruder only heats on pre-heat (no replies)
I've got a Prusa i3 rework with around 300 hours of good printing under it's belt that just started acting up. It's got a Mega 2560 and a Ramps 1.4 and a 30 watt power supply. The heat bed works fine,...
View ArticleRamps 1.4 with graphical display: China LCD-Board Robotale 12864 layout...
Hi folks, I'm new to 3D printing and want to build my own 3D printer using Ramps 1.4 with graphical display. Ok, the mechanical parts are still on their way so I tried the electronics which arrived...
View ArticleLow voltage on D8 (heated bed) (4 replies)
Hello all, I'll start off by saying that my bed will get up to 110 degrees C, but only after about an hour of warming up. Printer is a Makerfarm i3v 8", and it's fully enclosed. I've been trying to...
View ArticleHow to enable hotbed (no replies)
I have a cherry pi delta printer and have added a heated bed.i was wondering how I enable it?
View ArticleA4983 drivers (2 replies)
Hi, what is the correct way to install A4983 drivers on ramps 1.4 boards as they can be inserted one way then turned 180 degrees and inserted that way as well, which is correct or does it not matter.
View ArticleRamps 1.4 - Reprapdiscount Graphic Controller - Arduino Mega - Helloworld (1...
Hello, I am new at here. I want to integrate Ramps 1.4 with Reprapdiscount Graphic Controller and Arduino Mega. I want to write hello world. I found hello world example from u8glib library. But here i...
View ArticleLCD setup help (no replies)
I have just built the Smartrap. But cant get the PCB,s(RAMPS 1.4 + Mega 2560 R3 + 5pcs A4988 stepstick + 2004 LCD ) to work just a blue back lite. No Sound or any control I have configured it with...
View ArticleError:Thermal Runaway, system stopped! (1 reply)
I try to print and so far it's doing alright in terms of resolution and such. But I regularly get this error message and the machine stops entirely. Is this error referring to the print bed...
View ArticleRed LCD switch (4 replies)
Hello I'm new on here so please bear with me. I've recently purchased the Arduino Mega2560, RAMPS 1.4 boards along with the reprap discount smart controller. I have the basic components working and...
View ArticlePossible to download FW back to the computer? (2 replies)
I know this is probably a very elemental thing to ask but is it possible to transfer the FW back off the ramps to the computer or have some way to read the firmware values? Cheers D :)
View Article499 Deg. Temp. Reading (no replies)
Hello Everyone, I'm playing around with the Marlin firmware on a new Arduino/RAMPS 1.4 combo and I'm getting a 499 degree reading from the hot end in Pronterface. Even when there is no thermistor...
View ArticleWiring a proximity sensor (1 reply)
I'm replacing a Printrboard with a RAMPS 1.4 board. I've become a confused about the wiring for the sensor. The sensor that I'm using is the LJ12A3-4/BY unit. It is a PNP type, with a supply voltage...
View Article32nd microstepping and changing Z0 height (2 replies)
Hi all, I've been building a Rostock and I'm at the stage of the game where I'm nearly ready to test print, I spent an age yesterday getting the endstops calibrated and that's as close as I can get...
View Article5V relay activation? (7 replies)
I'm new to the RAMPS 1.4 board and I'm wondering if one of the AUX sets of pins could be used to activate a 5V relay? Currently the 5V relay is used to activate led lights and fans whenever the...
View ArticleRamps 1.4 damaged by measuring with multimeter?! (1 reply)
hey guys. I am on my second 3D printer - a prusa i3 which i am quite happy with. since i have been experiencing some Y-axis shift in longer prints lately i wanted to measure for a little bit higher...
View ArticleHelp Setup LCD screen (1 reply)
Hello I have problem setting up the 2004 LCD screen (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/161344307511) , connected to Aduino Mega 2560. However, the screen doesn't show any menus or text, just keep lit. It does...
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